I've been trying to find doctors to shadow for a while and I've gotten many no's. I'm hoping to mail in a cover letter & resume to my pediatrician back home since she always liked my family. Other than that, I have no family connections for physicians..
Could you give me some tips on what to write? Here's what I have. (The format didn't exactly transfer. I used the same header as my resume with my name in the middle and my school & current address on either side.) Thanks!
XXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXX University
XXXXXX XXXX
XXXXX, FL XXXXX
[email protected]
XXXXXXXXX
Permanent Address:
XXX XXXXXXXX XX
XXXXXXXX, OH XXXXX
April XX, 2016
Dear Dr. XXXXX,
My name is XXXXXX XXXXXX and I (as well as my older siblings) have been your patient at XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXX since birth. I am freshman biology major on a pre-medical track at XXXXX University in XXXXXX, Florida, but I still reside in XXXXX, Ohio. I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing in hopes that you will allow me to shadow you this summer to gain clinical experience and insight into the daily life of a practicing pediatrician.
At XXXXXX University, my coursework has included Introductory Biology 141 and 142. These courses were challenging and ignited my love of science and biology. I was introduced to the basic principles of biochemistry, cell biology, molecular genetics, and animal and plant physiology. I aspire to attend medical school after finishing my undergraduate degree, and I am currently considering different fields of medicine. I am specifically interested in pharmacogenomics and individualized medicine. I believe that my grasp of science and my curiosity will allow me to greatly benefit from observing your work in a clinical setting.
During my junior year of high school, I had the privilege to work at XXXXXX XXXXXX, an optometrist’s office in XXXXX. Through my work as a file clerk, I learned to perform clerical duties as efficiently as possible to help the office run smoothly. I handled mail and faxing for the optometrists, directed patients to our manager, and adhered to HIPAA policies. If given this opportunity, I am confident I could practice professionalism and strict confidentiality.
I have attached my resume and reference list for review, and I hope you will consider allowing me to observe your practice this summer. I would love to discuss the possibility of shadowing your work when I return to Ohio at the end of the semester in May. If you need to contact me, I can be reached at (XXX) XXX-XXXX or at [email protected] anytime. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
XXXXXXXXXXX
Could you give me some tips on what to write? Here's what I have. (The format didn't exactly transfer. I used the same header as my resume with my name in the middle and my school & current address on either side.) Thanks!
XXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXX University
XXXXXX XXXX
XXXXX, FL XXXXX
[email protected]
XXXXXXXXX
Permanent Address:
XXX XXXXXXXX XX
XXXXXXXX, OH XXXXX
April XX, 2016
Dear Dr. XXXXX,
My name is XXXXXX XXXXXX and I (as well as my older siblings) have been your patient at XXXXXX XXXXXX XXXXX since birth. I am freshman biology major on a pre-medical track at XXXXX University in XXXXXX, Florida, but I still reside in XXXXX, Ohio. I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing in hopes that you will allow me to shadow you this summer to gain clinical experience and insight into the daily life of a practicing pediatrician.
At XXXXXX University, my coursework has included Introductory Biology 141 and 142. These courses were challenging and ignited my love of science and biology. I was introduced to the basic principles of biochemistry, cell biology, molecular genetics, and animal and plant physiology. I aspire to attend medical school after finishing my undergraduate degree, and I am currently considering different fields of medicine. I am specifically interested in pharmacogenomics and individualized medicine. I believe that my grasp of science and my curiosity will allow me to greatly benefit from observing your work in a clinical setting.
During my junior year of high school, I had the privilege to work at XXXXXX XXXXXX, an optometrist’s office in XXXXX. Through my work as a file clerk, I learned to perform clerical duties as efficiently as possible to help the office run smoothly. I handled mail and faxing for the optometrists, directed patients to our manager, and adhered to HIPAA policies. If given this opportunity, I am confident I could practice professionalism and strict confidentiality.
I have attached my resume and reference list for review, and I hope you will consider allowing me to observe your practice this summer. I would love to discuss the possibility of shadowing your work when I return to Ohio at the end of the semester in May. If you need to contact me, I can be reached at (XXX) XXX-XXXX or at [email protected] anytime. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
XXXXXXXXXXX
